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Harbin weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Harbin May weather at a glance

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In May, Harbin averages 15.2°C, with typical highs of 20.5°C and lows of 9.4°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 54% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 1.4°C cooler than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Harbin May temperature & humidity

Average15.2°CHigh 20.5° / low 9.4°
Humidity54%
Wet days8 days24% of days
Day–night range11.1°

Harbin May rain & wet days

Wet days8 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days24%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Harbin in May

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. The typical day-to-night swing is about 11°C, so bring an extra layer.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 20.5°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9.4°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light outer layer
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Harbin May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Asia/Shanghai)

Sunrise on the 15th04:03
Sunset on the 15th18:58
Daylight duration14h 55m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0104:2218:4114h 19m
2026-05-1504:0318:5814h 55m
2026-05-3103:4819:1515h 27m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Harbin

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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May weather by year

May 202415.2°10 wet days, 51% humidity
May 202515.2°5 wet days, 58% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

115°7°
217°4°
315°6°
414°3°
516°4°
616°4°2.3mm
717°5°
815°6°16mm
918°10°
1020°6°
1124°10°
1224°14°
1323°16°2.2mm
1420°12°
1522°9°
1612°8°6.7mm
1713°7°12mm
1817°5°
1917°8°
2019°7°
2120°8°
2220°9°
2323°8°
2420°12°
2523°10°
2625°12°
2729°14°
2831°17°
2931°19°
3032°19°
3129°18°

Frequently asked questions

What is Harbin weather like in May?

In May, Harbin averages 15.2°C, with typical highs of 20.5°C and lows of 9.4°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 54% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is excellent.

Does it rain a lot in Harbin in May?

There are about 8 wet days in May. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Harbin in May?

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. The typical day-to-night swing is about 11°C, so bring an extra layer.

What are the best months to visit Harbin?

Recent weather data rates April, May, September, October among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Harbin weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Harbin in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 04:03 and sunset is 18:58 in local time (Asia/Shanghai). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations